How to pronounce nonverbal
Say it like non-VUR-bul. Nonverbal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR).
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- non
- VUR
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nonverbal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nonKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- VURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of nonverbal
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: non-VUR-bul.
What does nonverbal mean?
- Alternative form of non-verbal.
- Alternative form of non-verbal.
Where does nonverbal come from?
From non- + verbal.
Words that rhyme with nonverbal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nonverbal.
Questions about saying nonverbal
How do you pronounce nonverbal?
Say non-VUR-bul. The American pronunciation is /nɑnˈvɝbəl/. In British English it is /nɒnˈvɜːbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nonverbal?
Nonverbal has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR). Broken into parts: non · VUR · bul.
Is nonverbal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /nɒnˈvɜːbəl/ (non-VUR-bul).